AI Platform Optimizer and HyperTune are two distinct features offered by Google Cloud AI Platform for optimizing the training of machine learning models. While both aim to improve model performance, they differ in their approaches and functionalities.
AI Platform Optimizer is a feature that automatically explores the hyperparameter space to find the best set of hyperparameters for training a model. Hyperparameters are the settings that determine the behavior and performance of a model, such as learning rate, batch size, and regularization strength. AI Platform Optimizer uses a technique called Bayesian optimization to efficiently search for the optimal hyperparameters.
Bayesian optimization works by constructing a probabilistic model of the objective function, which represents the performance of the model with respect to the hyperparameters. This model is then used to suggest new sets of hyperparameters to evaluate. By iteratively evaluating and updating the model, AI Platform Optimizer gradually converges to the best set of hyperparameters. This automated process saves time and effort compared to manual hyperparameter tuning.
On the other hand, HyperTune is a feature that allows users to perform hyperparameter tuning manually. It provides a framework for defining and running hyperparameter tuning jobs, where multiple training runs with different hyperparameter configurations are executed in parallel. HyperTune provides the flexibility to specify the hyperparameters to tune, their search spaces, and the search algorithm to use.
With HyperTune, users have more control over the hyperparameter tuning process. They can define the search space for each hyperparameter, such as specifying a range or a discrete set of values. HyperTune supports various search algorithms, including grid search, random search, and the more advanced Bayesian optimization. Users can also specify the objective metric to optimize, such as accuracy or mean squared error.
AI Platform Optimizer automates the process of hyperparameter tuning by using Bayesian optimization, while HyperTune provides a framework for manual hyperparameter tuning with more flexibility and control.
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